Eagle Heights Woods Fundraiser - Thank you

At the Friends 2015 Annual Meeting on Annual 7, Sue Denholm urged members to be “Part of the Story of Eagle Heights Woods” and Peter Fisher attached ‘milestones’ of success to the fundraising campaign tree. Early donors had provided more than half of the total amount by April. More than one-third of the Friends 300 plus members followed the strong lead of these donors to exceed the goal of $135,000 this July. The Friends is immensely pleased to provide the essential financial investment to rejuvenate Eagle Heights Woods over a period of 5 years. We are truly fortunate to have such loyal and generous members and supporters of the Preserve. 

In fall 2014, the co-chairs of the Friends Fundraising Committee, Sue Denholm, Peter Fisher and Gisela Kutzbach, developed a strategic plan and coordinated efforts with Preserve staff and the UW Foundation  Throughout spring of 2015, a Friends team of communicators, graphic designers, networkers, visionaries and organizers worked enthusiastically and successfully toward the goal. Thank you all for this amazing effort. 
2015. We have reached and exceeded our goal of  $135,000 
to fund the 5-year Management Plan developed by University of Wisconsin-Madison Preserve Staff for rejuvenating the Eagle Heights Woods. 
With your help, and in collaboration with the UW Preserve staff and the UW Foundation, this plan is becoming reality. THANK YOU. Additional contributions will be applied to future phases of the Eagle Heights Woods rejuvenation project.

For further details, view the Fundraiser Brochure and the Eagle Heights Woods webpage on this site.
We are offering two easy ways to donate:
Directly online with your 
Credit card
You will be directed to the Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve account with the UW Foundation.
OR
By check via 
printed Donation card
Mail your check to the UW Foundation address on the Donation card or to 
Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve, 
P. O. Box 5534, Madison, WI 53705
All donations, online or by check, will be directed to the Eagle Heights Woods Fundraising project and are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. 


You have the option to make your gift as a tribute to someone.

You will receive a receipt for your gift from the UW Foundation and acknowledgments from the Friends of
the Lakeshore Nature Preserve. Both are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
Recognitions
WILD FLOWERS (up to $200)
    • Nature photo card
    • Recognition in Friends newsletter

SERVICE BERRY ($200-$499)
Benefits listed above plus
    • 8X10 Photo, matte finish and suitable for framing

MIGHTY OAK ($500-$2499)
Benefits listed above plus
    • Guided Preserve tour from a choice of topics

MOUND BUILDER ($2500-$9999)
Benefits listed above plus
    • Pontoon boat ride along the cliffs and shores of the Preserve

SOARING EAGLE ($10,000 and above)
Benefits listed above plus
    • Champagne breakfast
    • Option to be listed as Lead Donor
The Friends are excited  to contribute volunteer work to this project, especially in maintenance and monitoring.
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Friends and Adam Gundlach of the Preserve Management. Photo Koziol
Your support of the Eagle Heights Woods project will bring positive, lasting results:
  • Protect the Native American mounds by removing invasive vegetation and realigning adjacent trails
  • Remove hazard trees along the trails and over the mounds to protect both visitors and burial sites
  • Enhance views to Lake Mendota
  • Encourage the growth of native trees and wildflowers by removing invasive plants
  • Increase plant diversity and improve wildlife habitat by planting grasses, wildflowers and shrubs
  • Refurbish trails with carefully planned, mulched footpaths
  • Realign steep, eroded trails to reduce washouts and improve footing
  • Provide ongoing monitoring and management of vegetation to promote biological health of the area
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Eagles called this prominent high point their home and gave it its name. Photo Koziol
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Visitor are drawn to this place to escape from the bustle of the city and connect to nature and each other. Photo M. Louis
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Shooting Star on mound. Photo B. Scriver
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Eagle Heghts Woods seen from the west. Photo Kutzbach
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Jogging in Eagle Heights Woods